Originally Posted by
gordonzo
FOLLOW UP - I guess that tells me that the shifter is not original?......That makes 10 speeds available but again this is probably not original? There are also no cable clips - the cables are taped to the frame! Is there a better way to secure the cables? Thanks for any and all comments and assistance.
Glad you have the full range of gears now!
I would guess the SIS shifter is about a decade newer than the derailleur.
These sort of U-frame bikes were normally 5-speeds because the fat tube made it impossible to mount a normal front derailleur.
I would use nylon zip-ties to hold the cables in place.